Events
BUILDING RESILIENCE: How to Thrive in the Face of Adversity
On April 10th at the Siren Schools Auditorium, more than 30 people joined Jon Platson, Inner Peak Counseling, and Chris Crowe, North Star Academy, for a free workshop on resilience, its importance, and how we can create resilience for ourselves and others. Jon and Chris will use their expertise in resilience-building, protective factors, and working directly with youth to provide an overview of protective factors and risk factors (both for youth/adults and those serving youth/adults), how to build resilience, and new research for what folks can do when these strategies are falling short. They talked about how to best support those seeking and/or providing services in our organizations, especially during challenging times.
Sponsored by: Mental Health Task Force, Northwest Alliance Community Foundation, Youth of Burnett County Prevention Coalition and Siren Rotary
Maximizing Impact: Strengthening Fund Development and Donor Relations
“We will equip you with practical tools to strengthen your nonprofit’s funding strategies and donor relationships,” said Alyson Sauter, UW Extension, at the beginning of the Northwest Alliance Community Foundation’s (NACF) workshop for local nonprofit leaders.
Twenty-three attendees, representing 15 nonprofits, learned to analyze their nonprofit’s needs, strengths and weaknesses. Alyson Sauter provided excellent detail on planning and implementing a strategic fund development plan that can lead to nonprofit success.
The workshop, “Maximizing Impact: Strengthening Fund Development and Donor Relations,” was held on January 30th at Northwest Passage Gallery in Webster and was part of NACF’s ongoing Nurturing Your Nonprofit series of educational events for nonprofit leaders. These workshops are meant to help nonprofits function more effectively and efficiently.
Four Nonprofits Awarded $11,400 from NACF
On November 25, 2024 at the Larson Family Public Library in Webster, NACF awarded four nonprofits $11,400 in grant monies. The recipients are West Denmark Woodland School, Youth of Burnett County Prevention Coalition, Burnett County Family Resource Center, and Workforce Resource.
NACF in the News
Nurturing Community – Webb Lake Community Club
WEBB LAKE COMMUNITY CLUB – FOR THE BETTERMENT OF THE COMMUNITY The Webb Lake Community Club (WLCC) is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization ‘Working for the Betterment of Our Community’ for over 50 years. Its purpose is to support and provide community service throughout Burnett and the surrounding counties. WLCC meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each…
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Winged Freedom Raptor Hospital There is a very good reason Dr. Kim Ammann’s veterinary school classmates dubbed her the “Bird Nerd!” She has seen a career long love of pet birds and wild birds culminate in establishing a one-of-a-kind veterinary hospital for wild raptors. Dr. Bird Nerd is living her dream after retiring from general…
Read MoreNurturing Community – Yellow Lake Food Distribution
Yellow Lake Food Distribution Addressing Food Insecurity Yellow Lake Food Distribution began in 2011 when eight churches got together to address food insecurity in the area. In its first year, they helped 300 families in three locations every quarter. Since then, food distribution has grown to assisting over 600 families (1600 people) each month. By offering…
Read MoreNurturing Community – United Way St Croix & Red Cedar Valleys
United Way St. Croix and Red Cedar Valleys: Making a Difference in Our Communities United Way St. Croix and Red Cedar Valleys addresses critical community needs, focusing on improving people’s health, education, and financial stability. The organization addresses challenges such as food insecurity, housing instability, access to mental health services, and more. United Way has…
Read MoreNurturing Community – Frederic Community Education
Frederic Community Education Fostering Community Connections Community Education broadens the traditional functions of public schools by fostering connections between the home, school, and community. It offers lifelong learning opportunities for individuals of all ages seeking to develop skills, explore new interests, or engage more deeply within the community. Through active recreation, citizen involvement, and informal…
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